Group bike ride being organized

The Manitowoc Complete Streets Advisory Committee is organizing a group bike ride to raise awareness for bicycle riders in the community at 5 p.m., July 29.

The 11.5-mile ride will start at Time Out Sports Bar and Grill, 1027 N. Rapids Road, heading north to Waldo Boulevard. The purpose of the ride is to be noticed, so that citizens realize not only that bicyclists do exist here, but also that they have the right, as legal vehicles, to be on the streets with other traffic.

The route was formed to include Waldo Boulevard, the current bike lane in Manitowoc, Mariner’s Trail and Magnolia and Menasha avenues — all of which are areas of interest to the group.

Those participating should wear a helmet and bright clothing and obey the rules of the road. In the event of inclement weather, check the City of Manitowoc’s Facebook page to learn if the ride has been canceled or rescheduled.